Bridgewater's Evolution: Sandra Wright Discusses Education Immigration and the Impact of Government Policies

Today, Jennifer welcomes Sandra Wright, a seasoned politician and advocate running for the House of Representatives from Plymouth County, Massachusetts. Sandra has served as a four-term Plymouth County Commissioner and has a diverse background in medicine, firefighting, and teaching. Her political journey was inspired by personal experiences, including caring for her late son, who was born handicapped, which drove her to become a strong advocate for public health and community wellbeing. Sandra Wright and Jennifer dive into the pressing issues facing Bridgewater and Raynham, Massachusetts. They discuss the rising trend of residents moving out due to affordability and lack of amenities, claims about Bridgewater State University hiring undocumented workers, and the controversial government policies prioritizing undocumented residents over citizens. Sandra shares her views on the critical need for mental health care, education, and trade skills training. Sandra and Jennifer also highlight concerns about the water shortage, the non-functional water plant investment, and the challenges veterans face, linking these to the broader issues of public resource allocation and immigration policies. "Mothers bring a unique perspective to politics, driven by the desire to improve the world for their children." - Jennifer Nassour This week on Political Contessa: Sandra Wright’s background and inspiration for entering politics. The trend of people moving out of Bridgewater is due to affordability and lack of amenities. Unverified claims about Bridgewater State University hiring undocumented workers. The negative impact of government policies on citizens in favor of undocumented residents. There is an urgent need for mental health care, education, and trade skills training. Water shortage concerns and the non-functional water plant investment in Bridgewater. Challenges faced by veterans, linking it to homelessness and competition for benefits. The broader strain on public resources is due to current immigration policies. Connect with Sandra Wright: Sandra Wright’s Campaign Website:https://www.sandrawrightforstaterep.com Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.